Health and Safety Officer
Manufacturing/Construction industry
Covering sites in the UK
Office-based DL5 4QZ
Up to £40,000 per annum DOE
Day Shifts Mon-Fri DL5 4QZ
33 Days Holiday, Life Assurance, Pool Vehicle
We are looking for a UK Health & Safety Officer for our market leader in specialist equipment to support compliance and champion a strong safety culture across our UK sites and teams. The role is predominantly based in the DL5 office postcode, but will require travel to company sites in the UK on a weekly/monthly basis.
Other similar job titles could be: Health & Safety Officer, HSE Officer, Safety Officer, Occupational Health & Safety Officer, HSE Advisor, Health & Safety Advisor, HSE Specialist, Safety & Compliance Officer, Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Officer or similar.
Key Responsibilities Health and Safety Officer:
1. Carry out site audits and inspections, ensuring compliance with HSE standards and legislation throughout company sites in the UK.
2. Lead safety meetings, investigations, and risk assessments.
3. Deliver training, toolbox talks, and safety communications to raise awareness.
4. Support managers and teams with practical safety advice and improvements.
5. Drive initiatives that improve safety performance, sustainability, and culture.
6. Monitor workplace conditions, report findings, and implement corrective actions.
Skills & Qualifications - Health and Safety Officer:
7. Previous experience in a Health & Safety role (or similar) within the manufacturing or construction industry
8. Experience delivering training programs
9. Experience working to ISO: 14001 and/or ISO: 45001
10. Holds a NEBOSH Certificate
11. Happy to travel to company site visits throughout the UK on a weekly basis.
12. Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
13. Excellent communication, training, and coaching skills.
14. Experience in audits, risk management, and incident investigation.
Salary / Package - Health & Safety Officer:
15. £35,000-£40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
16. Monday - Friday Day Shifts 8:30am-4:45pm, 3pm Finish Friday
17. 33 days holiday (including bank hols)
18. Access to pool vehicle.
19. Up to 8% matched pension
20. Further training opportunities
21. Life Assurance x6